1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2004 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 235 kg more than 1990 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Tracer | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Tracer | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2540 mm |
